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ISB

Evans to become new Bandmaster at ISB

November 26, 2025
Jonathan Evans will follow in the footsteps of Dr Stephen Cobb as the new Bandmaster of The International Staff Band of The Salvation Army.


sTEPHEN cOBB

Cobb tenure at ISB to come to an end

October 22, 2025
Dr Stephen Cobb will relinquish his tenure as Bandmaster of The International Staff Band of The Salvation Army in January 2026.


ISB and Fodens

Friday night Gregson spotlights

October 10, 2025
You will be spoilt for a Gregson choice between the ISB and Ian Bousfield and Foden's and Mike Lovatt if you are in London this evening.


Gregson

Focus on Gregson's Choice on National eve

October 08, 2025
The International Staff Band of the Salvation Army will be joined by Ian Bousfield for an aperitif evening of music from the pen of Edward Gregson ahead of his Albert Hall challenge.


Gregson

Gregson's Choice on National eve

August 13, 2025
You can still grab a seat for the chance to hear an evening of great Edward Gregson music on the eve of the Albert Hall National Final from the ISB and Ian Bousfield.


Gregson

Gregson celebration on eve of National Final

June 02, 2025
The International Staff Band will be joined by Ian Bousfield on the eve of the Royal Albert Hall National Final to celebrate the 80th birthday of composer Edward Gregson.


Peter Graham

Graham celebration concert now on Wobplay

October 12, 2024
The celebration concert held on the eve of the National Final featuring the ISB, David Childs and Philip Cobb amongst others is now on the wobplay.com platform to enjoy.


Peter Graham

Limited tickets left for Graham evening

October 02, 2024
There are only limited tickets left to grab if you want to hear the music making as the ISB presents an evening with Peter Graham.


Peter Graham

Stars out in force for pre-National Graham concert

September 26, 2024
The International Staff Band of the Salvation Army will be joined by David Childs, Philip Cobb and Charlie Green for a pre-National Championships concert at the Royal College of Music.


Concerts

ISB add to Graham attractions on National weekend

August 13, 2024
The International Staff Band of the Salvation Army will present a concert of the music of Peter Graham just across the road from the Albert Hall on the eve of the National Final.


ISB

ISB called to serve on latest release

July 19, 2024
The International Staff Band of the Salvation Army has just released its latest CD.


Cross

Death of Roland Cobb

March 26, 2024
The death has been announced of one of the finest Salvation Army cornet players.


ISB

ISB to make Paisley return

February 15, 2024
The International Staff Band of the Salvation Army will make a long awaited return to Paisley in May.


mANUSCRIPTS

New Manuscripts unearthed for ISB documentary performance

July 05, 2023
26 years after the first Manuscript release, the ISB explores an exciting second edition.


ISBNYSB

Broadcast concert to enjoy from ISB and NYSB

March 24, 2023
You can sit back and enjoy a broadcast concert of the International Staff Band and the New York Staff Band this weekend — with the best seat in the house guaranteed.


rsa

RSA 100 celebration concert added to wobplay platform

October 05, 2022
The wonderful concert celebrating the musical career of composer Ray Steadman Allen can now be enjoyed on the wobplay recording platform.


Gary Fountain

4BR Thursday Interview with Gary Fountain

May 13, 2021
4BR talks to the hugely respected soprano player of the International Staff Band of the Salvation Army to find out more about what he has been up to over the past year or so — and to find out more about his new teaching venture...


dERIK kANE

Kane set to take final bow

November 06, 2018
The outstanding Derick Kane has announced his retirement as the principal euphonium of the International Staff Band of the Salvation Army.


GEORGE wHITTINGHAM

Major George Whittingham to receive 2017 Masters Dedicated Service Award

May 18, 2017
One of the most influential conductors to cross the brass banding divide between secular and salvation army bands to be honoured at Masters.


Isb

ISB to help launch exciting partnership

April 17, 2017
The International Staff Band will head to the northwest later this month to help in the launch of an exciting new youth initiative between Southport Citadel Salvation Army Band and Sefton Music Services.


ISB Perc team

ISB take Centre Stage

March 10, 2017
The International Staff Band of the Salvation Army becomes the latest high profile endorsee of Centre Stage Percussion.


Carole Hirst

ISB commissioning gifts recognised with show of gratitude

September 29, 2016
The International Staff Band of the Salvation Army has shown its gratitude to Carole Crompton for her innovative musical support.


Lord Kitchener

International Staff Band to feature major commissions

September 12, 2016
The International Staff Band of the Salvation Army will feature major commissions in a concert promoted by Bolsover District Council later this month.


ISB with Chris Evans

ISB help Evans close for Christmas

December 23, 2013
Members of the International Staff Band of the Salvation Army helped Chris Evans and the four Strictly finalists enjoy their Christmas broadcast.


ISB logo

Help from Evans above for ISB

December 08, 2013
Players from the International Staff Band of the Salvation Army will be making their regular appearance on the Chris Evans Show this Christmas.




swiss

Swiss connections add to Lucerne coverage

November 27 • 4BR will be linking up with their Swiss friends at BRASS BAND NEWS to provide extra insight and opinions about the performances in Lucerne this weekend.


Philip Sparke

Sparke ignites demand for 2026 RNCM International Brass Band Festival

November 27 • There has already been an eager snap up of tickets for the showcase event at the RNCM in Manchester in January — led by a 75th birthday celebration of composer Philip Sparke.


Perth

Domestic and cross border challengers head to Perth

November 27 • The bands are putting their final touches to their preparations for the Scottish Open and Scottish Youth Championships this weekend in Perth.


Whitburn

Whitburn and Scottish banding to benefit from Besson and Bergarault link

November 27 • The two major instrument manufacturers link up to provide Scottish Champions and SBBA with percussion boost.


Hathersage Band - Hathersage Village Christmas Concert

Saturday 29 November • Hathersage Methodist Church, Main Road, Hathersage S32 1BB S32 1BB


Barnsley Brass - A Night At The Movies

Saturday 29 November • Worsbrough Miners Welfare. Park Road. Worsbrough Bridge. Barnsley S70 5LJ


Dobcross Silver Band - Unite the Union Band

Sunday 30 November • Dobcross Band Club. Platt Lane. Dobcross . Saddleworth. Oldham OL3 5AD


Garforth Brass - Strawberry Fields Primary School

Friday 5 December • Garforth Methodist Church,. Church Lane,. Garforth,. Leeds LS25 1NW


Petworth Town Band - Petworth Town Band Christmas Event

Saturday 6 December • Petworth Town Centre GU28 OAD


Hathersage Band

November 27 • BACK ROW CORNET. Hathersage Brass Band is a thriving, non-contesting community band. We enjoy our music making, play a wide variety of music and have a good gig schedule. Are you the right person to join our happy band?


wantage silver band

November 27 • 4th section national finalists Wantage Academy are looking for a Bb bass and 2nd cornet to complete their team. A friendly, welcoming band who rehearse Wed 7-8:30pm and Sat 10am-12 under MD Gavin Clemons.


Summerbridge & Dacre Silver Band

November 25 • 2nd or 3rd cornet required to boost our back row. We are a non contesting band, but carry out numerous events across North Yorkshire. We will be doing a joint concert with Carlton Main next year.


John Durrant

MA LLCM TD CertEd (Dist)
Conductor, Band Trainer, Composer, Trumpet and Cornet Soloist, Arranger, Adjudicator


               

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